MELANIE GALEDO
Nurse
Davao City, Province Of Davao Del Sur
Summary
Experienced ICU Nurse at Davao Doctors Hospital with 3 years of experience, with background in critical care skilled on managing complex patient cases. Along with a strong foundation on advanced cardiac life support and telemetry monitoring. Enhanced patient outcomes through clinical judgment and teamwork, mentoring new nurses and reducing complications. Proven track record in critical care, resource utilization, and compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring patient safety and continuous improvement. Adaptable to dynamic environments, ensuring consistent high standards in patient safety and care. Seeking to transition these skills into new field, aiming to make positive impact in diverse settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
ICU Nurse
Davao Doctors Hospital
02.2024 - Current
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Continuously expanded clinical knowledge base through participation in educational workshops, seminars, and conferences related to critical care nursing.
- Mentored new ICU nurses, sharing knowledge and expertise to enhance their professional growth and development.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Coordinated timely responses to rapid response calls within the hospital facility leading to quicker intervention strategies for deteriorating patients.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Davao Doctors Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- Decreased patient complications through diligent monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and other telemetry data.
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive electronic health records for all patients under care, facilitating seamless communication among healthcare team members and continuity of care across shifts.
- Prevented life-threatening complications by quickly recognizing early warning signs of deterioration in critically ill patients under close observation.
- Mentored new nursing staff members by sharing expert knowledge on cardiac monitoring techniques, medication administration protocols, and evidence-based interventions for common conditions seen in telemetry units.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Davao Doctors Hospital
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
- Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Assisted with bedside procedures such as central line insertions, lumbar punctures, and chest tube placements by ensuring proper equipment set-up and maintaining aseptic technique.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelors of Nursing
Davao Doctors College
Davao City, Province Of Davao Del Sur, Philippines 04.2001 -
Skills
Intravenous therapy
Quality improvement
Clinical judgment
Resource utilization
Telemetry monitoring
End-of-life care
Ventilator management
Advanced cardiac life support
Blood transfusion administration
Interpersonal communication
Teamwork and collaboration
Medical device monitoring
Heartsaver CPR AED
Microsoft office
Patient safety
Medical histories and assessments
Multitasking Abilities
Task and work prioritization
Continuous improvement
Coaching and mentoring
Certification
Code Blue
Timeline
Arterial Blood Gas Interpretation
03-2025
Basic IV Therapy
10-2024
Code Blue
09-2024
ICU Nurse
Davao Doctors Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Davao Doctors Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Davao Doctors Hospital
01.2023 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Bachelors of Nursing
Davao Doctors College
04.2001 -